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The Queen Who Flew: A Fairy Story

Author
Ford Madox Ford
Read by
Victoria Styles
Language
English
Length
1 hour 41 minutes
ISBN
9781802564570
Published
30 March 2025
Imprint
Sovereign
  • fairy tale
  • stories
  • children
  • bed time
  • fantasy
  • adventure

Description

A whimsical tale unfolds about a queen who defies convention by learning to fly, leaving behind her kingdom and responsibilities. Her journey of self-discovery challenges societal expectations, blending fantasy with poignant reflections on freedom and identity. Through lyrical prose and imaginative storytelling, Ford crafts a fable that explores themes of liberation, individuality, and the courage to pursue one’s dreams. The queen’s flight becomes a metaphor for breaking free from constraints, inspiring wonder and introspection. A timeless story, it invites readers to embrace creativity and the transformative power of imagination.

Author

Ford Madox Ford (1873-1939) was an English novelist, poet, critic, and editor whose journals The English Review and The Transatlantic Review helped shape early twentieth-century English and American literature. He is best remembered for The Good Soldier (1915), the Parade's End tetralogy (1924-1928), and The Fifth Queen trilogy (1906-1908). The Good Soldier is frequently ranked among the greatest novels of the twentieth century.

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